insider interview – jason shankey

Providing this week’s insider insights is that ‘other’ famous Grooming Guru, celebrity barber Jason Shankey, whose male-only emporiums in Belfast and London have become essential stop-offs for the well-groomed.

GG: What’s the most popular male grooming treatment at the moment?

JS: With the great summer weather on its way, waxing has once again hit the number one spot. Chest, back and shoulder waxing are the most popular waxing treatments.

GG: Men’s biggest grooming mistake?

JS: Failing to properly prepare the face for shaving, and shaving in the opposite direction to the hair’s natural growth.

JS: Splash cold water on your face straight after shaving, before you apply your moisturiser. It tones your skin and stops the moisturiser clogging your pores, which would otherwise result in blackheads and whiteheads.

GG: Next big thing?

JS: Concealer. It’ll soon be normal for guys to use it to cover blemishes and spots on their face.